History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Rising on a steep volcanic rocky hill within the borders of Sele Village, north of Çubuk, Sele Castle is a fortified castle whose roots date back to the Galatians and Roman periods, and was used for surveillance and defense during the Byzantine and Seljuk periods. The foundations of rock-cut cisterns, hidden stepped corridors and watchtowers have survived to the present day. Local narrations say that there were underground escape tunnels leading from under the castle to the springs on the valley floor, and that soldiers secretly supplied water during sieges in the past. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
The altitude is 1,280 meters. It is located on a steep tuff and basalt rocky hill overlooking the Çubuk Valley; It is surrounded by oak groves and thyme-scented mountain steppe. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:It is an open historical site; The visit is completely free.•Visiting Hours and Days:Open 7 days a week from sunrise to sunset.•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: Hiking shoes with non-slip soles are a must due to the rocky climbing trail; Care should be taken on steep rocky cliff edges and children should not be left unattended. The summit path is not suitable for strollers and disabled vehicles.•Facilities and Facilities:It is a natural archaeological site; There is a fountain and a village mosque in the center of Sele Village. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Sele Mahallesi, Kale Tepe location, Çubuk / Ankara.•Road Condition and Vehicle Availability: It is approximately 22 km away from Çubuk town centre; It is an asphalt road up to Sele Village and a stabilized village road up to the castle slope, and it is possible to reach it by passenger vehicle.•Real Public Transportation Information: You can go to Sele village from Çubuk district center by village minibuses departing on certain days.•Parking Availability:Vehicles can be parked safely and free of charge on the side of the village road at the foot of the castle. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photography Spots and Frames:The carved rock cisterns at the summit, the ruins of the city walls and the wide panorama embracing the Çubuk mountain valleys are the most impressive frames.•Light and Shooting Hours:In the golden hours of the afternoon and sunset, the shadows of the rock texture give great results.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:During your visit to the village, you should taste plateau tulum cheese accompanied by local thyme tea and Çubuk flatbread.